Is Austin or Union City Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Union City is safer than Austin (Safety Score 25/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 2,643 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 29% lower. Austin has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Union City has a 53% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 15.4x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Austin | Union City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 2,643.2 | +1,066.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 408.0 | +59.5 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 3.1 | +3.5 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 17.2 | +50.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 120.4 | -35.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 267.3 | +39.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 2,235.2 | +1,006.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 292.3 | +152.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,269.2 | +928.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 673.7 | -75.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Union City safer?
Union City is safer with a total crime rate of 2,643 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 29% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Union City has 408.0. Union City has lower violent crime.
About Austin, TX
Austin, the "Live Music Capital of the World," is a rapidly growing city in Central Texas. Situated on the Colorado River, it's the state capital and home to a diverse population, including many young professionals drawn to its tech industry. With a safety score of 11/100 and a population coverage of 984,613, Austin has a total crime rate of 3,709.4 per 100,000 residents.
About Union City, CA
Union City, California, a diverse East Bay city, was formed by the merger of Alvarado and Decoto. It's home to a significant Filipino American population and offers views of the San Francisco Bay. With a safety score of 25/100 and a population coverage of 63,976, Union City has a total crime rate of 2,643.2 per 100,000 residents.